2011 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2011 BMW 740 and 2011 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 740 2011 Jeep Wrangler
Make BMW Jeep
Model 740 Wrangler
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 5075 mm 4404 mm
Vehicle Width 1902 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1481 mm 1798 mm
Wheelbase Size 3071 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 85 L


 

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